Because LA is a big city, people assume that it has a super expensive cost of living. And while real estate is close to completely unaffordable, LA isn't outrageous when it comes to everyday activities. Here is a rundown of what those activities costs. Keep in mind, of course you can go to a more upscale part of town and pay more, but these are the averages:
Read MoreMy last day visiting San Francisco, I decided to dodge the rain and head for the giant public library. I know it sounds nerdy, but have you ever gone to a city's main public library? The architecture and interior is often quite beautiful. LA has a really great one in the downtown neighborhood. (And remember when Carrie almost got married in the one in NYC??)
Read MoreHere is a fun little quiz to help you figure out if you're ready to move to Los Angeles.
Read MoreAs you probably know from my ebook, and Free Rent Guide, I spend a lot of time trying to teach you all about the neighborhoods of LA. It may seem excessive, but once you get here, you'll totally get it. LA is crazy spread out, and if you're stuck living in a neighborhood you don't like, you're gonna spend a lot of time in your car.
Read MoreWhen people move to LA, they start counting their anniversaries. I know it sounds weird, but it's just how it is. Every year on the anniversary of the day we moved, we announce to the (Facebook) world that it's our LA anniversary. Yesterday was my 6 year anniversary, and after my obligatory Facebook anniversary post, I started thinking: there are gift guides for wedding anniversaries, why not LA anniversaries? I felt compelled to make one. It only includes the important years, though. I hope you enjoy it—let me know what you think in the comments below!
Read MoreAs I send my cold emails, I am thinking about all of you. I'm in your shoes, only with a little more wisdom. I wanted to share some of this wisdom with you, in hopes of making the process easier for you. It's interesting to be where I am now, because as I send cold emails, I am receiving cold emails from readers and others interested in moving to LA or working in the film industry. Now that I'm on that receiving end, I have completely new insight...
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For anyone who has never been on a big TV or Film set, it can be a pretty intimidating place. I did not go to Film School, but I’ve worked with quite a few people who did, and I’ve heard that it does nothing to prepare you for what it’s like on set. I have...
Read MoreI was talking to a friend the other day, and he said something so insightful, I had to share it: “You can’t move to LA risk-free.” It’s simple, scary, and spot-on. (Thanks, Adam!) I know moving to a new city is scary enough. I know you don’t want to add lack of job security, or...
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